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KPM PLAQUE Galileo Galilei C.1850-1860
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USD 8,950.00 |
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USD 8,950.00 |
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Thursday, May 08, 2008 |
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Sunday, May 18, 2008 |
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Westchester County, NY |
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Description
Large KPM plaque. 15" x 12". Perfect condition with no damages or repairs of any kind. Please check KPM price guide: http://www.antiqforum.com/kpm_home Shows famous scientist and inventor Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) in 1616 with cardinal Roberto Bellarmino (1542-1621) personally handing Galileo an admonition enjoining him to neither advocate nor teach Copernican astronomy.Galileo is often referred to as the "father of modern astronomy, physics and science". In 1614, the church denounced Galileo's opinions on the motion of the Earth, judging them dangerous and close to heresy. Galileo went to Rome to defend himself against these accusations. In 1616, Cardinal Roberto Bellarmino personally handed Galileo an admonition enjoining him to neither advocate nor teach Copernican astronomy, because it was contrary to the accepted understanding of the Holy Scriptures. The plaque is guaranteed to be 100% handpainted and antique, about 150 years old, made by KPM. Shipping will be paid by the buyer who's please to contact me within 24 hours after the end of the auction. International buyers are guaranteed no import charges or taxes.Domestic shipping will be $40, and international $65 via USPS Express. PAYMENT by money order, cashiers check or bank transfer. PAYPAL can only be accepted under additiona conditions - please contact me in advance.
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